David Scott, of the Charlotte Observer, reports Carolina Panthers FB Brad Hoover (ankle) said he re-injured his ankle during the team's Week 12 game. Hoover suffered a high ankle sprain Week 8 and "tweaked" the same ankle late Sunday, Nov. 29. He said he didn't know he if he would be OK for Week 13, but the decision on whether he plays "might come down to me."

Steve Reed, of CarolinaGrowl.com, reports Carolina Panthers FB Brad Hoover (ankle) might get back on the field this week. Hoover said he felt better after running Monday, Nov. 23, but he admitted he is far from 100 percent. Hoover added, "I knew when I did it it was going to be one of those things where it nags me all year. But all I need is to be functional and keep the swelling down and for it not be too painful."